Job Description The PDM Dedicated role provides documentation and guidance to the P&M Sales organization and General Contractors regarding relevant process innovations associated with the construction solutions process.

Dedicated PDMs are (1) providing value-added services to General Contactors with a global footprint and (2) providing solutions to specific market segments associated with (3) coating technologies (Fire Protection, Resinous Flooring, General ptg, Roofing) while creating alignment (4) for cross-selling and messaging lead for PCG and TAG full portfolio of products. A high degree of domain knowledge relative to construction management and professional services delivery is required to effectively position value internally and externally.

Responsibilities PDM Dedicated role is measured by the following:

• Achieves established market segment project sales and margin goals.
• Secures an assigned number of mega projects annually.
• Achieves business plan goals for GCs.
• Manage budgeted travel and expense within company guidelines in achieving the above results.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Strategy

• Drive differentiation and competitive advantage through the introduction of new processes associated with key coating systems.
• Gather and feed competitive intelligence within P&M key roles inclusive of the Director of Sales Project Development, Vice President of Sales/Marketing, Regional Market Segment Directors, and Global Market Segment Directors.

Customer Development

• Development and successful implementation of established business plan.
• Engage General Contractors directly to identify, manage and secure key projects.
• Manage select Mega Projects along the critical path and timely transition to the sales team to secure sales for these projects.
• Obtain, understand, and modify General Contractor Master Supply Agreements to position Sherwin-Williams as a preferred coating partner.
• Develop a preferred partner position within select General Contractors by understanding the relationship of how our coatings and services impact their financial goals.
• Develop proposals, presentations, and contracts to key customers.

Contributing to Team Success

• Drive the P&M Mega project success through collaboration across all business units within USCA including KAMs, BDMs, Multi Seg PDMs, Sales Managers, Sales reps.
• Act as a consultant/advisor for GC and Construction interactions

Products

• Effectively articulate the Sherwin-Williams product offering and value propositions to target customers.
• Actively promote the introduction of new products to Sherwin-Williams target customers.

Communications

• Deliver effective market and product training to internal and external customers.
• Ensure that roles, responsibilities, and deliverables are aligned with the construction process.
• Manage effective transitions and relationships between internal and external stakeholders.

Leadership

• Be actively involved in industry associations to endorse Sherwin-Williams as a coatings leader in Protective and Marine.
• Effectively leverage resources to achieve results in a matrix organization.
• Track and report results and activities in order to include the sales organization at the appropriate time.

DIMENSIONS: Financials

• Sales: Exceed sales volume for assigned GC account tracked by Project Pipeline through the monthly/yearly Territory Income Statement

Qualifications BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• High School degree is required. College degree preferred in related technical/business field.
• 5-10 years business or coatings industry experience preferred.
• Previous sales and/or marketing experience in business to business preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the field of corrosion protection.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.

COMPETENCIES:

• Managing Work (including Time Management)
• Negotiating Skills
• Building Customer Loyalty
• Building Positive Working Relationships
• Products, Market and Industry Knowledge
• Sales Ability

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• General office environment
• Computer, telephone, and printer noise
• Exposure to industrial and plant environments
• Considerable travel situations

About Us At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:

Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being

Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution

Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities

It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute-it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at https://www.benefitscentre.ca/sherwin/ . Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

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